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Hlíðarvatn

West Iceland, Iceland

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Hlíðarvatn

West Iceland, Iceland

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Hlíðarvatn is in West Iceland at 64.8967°N, 22.1648°W. The interactive map has the exact pin, parking and everything around it.

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Off the main road: 2.3 km from Route 55
Nearest town: Búðardalur — 30 km away
Distance from Reykjavík: 84 km in a straight line
What else is close: 134 mapped places within 20 km

Hlíðarvatn weather and conditions

At Hlíðarvatn in West Iceland, conditions as of 1 September 2026, 13:45 (Iceland time): 11°C (feels like 8°C), overcast, wind 2 m/s gusting to 6 m/s. Daylight today: 14 h 47 m (sunrise 06:06, sunset 20:53). Check road status before driving on live road conditions.

Data verified 1 September 2026, 13:45· source: Open-Meteo at this location’s coordinates · refreshes hourly

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West Reykjavík South Coast North East Westfjords Reykjanes Highlands

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Cars & campers

−12%exclusive discountFree cancellation

KEF airport pickup 24/74.8

SUV

Dacia Duster 4x4

Cheapest real 4WD in the fleet — gravel, the Westfjords and easy summer F-roads without truck prices.

VW Caravelle

Whole family or friend group in one car — gear in the back, room to stretch.

TransmissionAutomatic

12,750 kr15,000 kr/day

Reserve −12%

Camper

Key Camper Wild Duo

Sleep right by the trailhead, wake up at the falls — F-road ready from mid-June.

Tours near Hlíðarvatn

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Small groups

Hiking

Day Trek to Akrafjall: The Troll's Mountain

IF THIS ONE SHOWS UNAVAILABLE, CHECK OUR OTHER DAY TOURS as we run one tour per day.

Duration6 hours 30 minutes

HighlightsWest Iceland

From Grundarfjörður Port: Private Snaefellsness Tour

Step away from busy destinations like the Golden Circle and the South Coast with the tour.

Duration8 hours

HighlightsWest Iceland

Grundarfjordur Port: Small Group Snaefellsnes Peninsula from Cruise Terminal

Join a small group shore excursion from Grundarfjordur Port and explore the landscapes of the Snaefellsnes Peninsula often call

Duration5 hours

HighlightsWest Iceland

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25.340 ISK

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Photos & videos

Hlíðarvatn — photo by Diego Delso · Wikimedia Commons · CC BY-SA 4.0

Photo: Diego Delso · Wikimedia Commons · CC BY-SA 4.0

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How do I get to Hlíðarvatn?

Hlíðarvatn is in West Iceland. Check live road conditions on this page before you drive — highland lakes often need a 4×4 and some access roads only open in summer.

Can I fish at Hlíðarvatn?

Angling in Iceland requires a permit bought per water body from the landowner or local angling association, and gear used abroad must be disinfected first. Check the local rules for Hlíðarvatn before you cast.

Can I swim in Hlíðarvatn?

Icelandic lakes are cold year-round and swimming rules vary by lake — some are protected or have unstable shorelines. Check local signage at Hlíðarvatn before entering the water.

When is the best time to visit Hlíðarvatn?

Roadside lakes are visitable year-round, though winter access depends on conditions. Highland lakes and reservoirs are typically reachable only in summer once the F-roads open. Check live road conditions before you drive.

Nearby

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Waterfalls

#1.Rjúkandafoss

7.8 km·~9 min drive

A waterfall in West Iceland.

#2.Lambhagafoss

13 km·~16 min drive

A waterfall in West Iceland.

#3.Bakkárfoss

15 km·~18 min drive

A waterfall in West Iceland.

#4.Veiðifoss

16 km·~19 min drive

A waterfall in Iceland.

4 waterfalls near West Iceland

Hot Springs

#1.Landbrotalaug

10 km·~12 min drive

Tiny natural hot pot on Snæfellsnes. Fits two people. Hidden gem.

#2.Sturlungalaug

15 km·~18 min drive

Geothermal spot

#3.Natural hot pot near Dalabyggð

30 km·~36 min drive

Swimming_pool hot spring

#4.Grafarlaug

31 km·~38 min drive

Pool hot spring

4 hot springs near West Iceland

Campsites

#1.Hallkelsstaðahlíð við Hlíðarvatn

1.4 km·~2 min drive

Hallkelsstadarhlid camping site is located in West Iceland. The site is conveniently…

#2.Lindartunga

9.5 km·~11 min drive

West Iceland camping. Access to Snæfellsnes peninsula and western attractions. Good…

#3.Laugargerðisskóli

15 km·~18 min drive

Laugargerðisskóli camping site is open during the summer months. It is located at…

#4.Snorrastaðir

15 km·~18 min drive

Snorrastaðir Farm holiday is a camp site and a farm holiday in a great location in…

4 campsites near West Iceland

Supermarkets

#1.Krambúð

30 km·~36 min drive

Krambúð supermarket — supplies

#2.Bónus

33 km·~40 min drive

Bónus supermarket — supplies

#3.Hyrnan

41 km·~49 min drive

Supermarket — supplies

#4.Ljómalind

41 km·~49 min drive

Supermarket — supplies

4 supermarkets near West Iceland

Gas stations

#1.Breiðablik

24 km·~29 min drive

N1 · 310.9 kr/L petrol

#2.Búðardalur

30 km·~36 min drive

ÓB · 308.7 kr/L petrol

#3.Hreðavatnsskáli

33 km·~39 min drive

Orkan · 303.6 kr/L petrol

#4.Stykkishólmur

33 km·~40 min drive

Atlantsolía · 279.8 kr/L petrol

4 gas stations near West Iceland

Tours

#1.Day Trek to Akrafjall: The Troll's Mountain

6 hours 30 minutes

IF THIS ONE SHOWS UNAVAILABLE, CHECK OUR OTHER DAY TOURS as we run one tour per day.

from 18.101 ISKView tour →

#2.From Grundarfjörður Port: Private Snaefellsness Tour

8 hours

Step away from busy destinations like the Golden Circle and the South Coast with the tour.

from 269.900 ISKView tour →

#3.Grundarfjordur Port: Small Group Snaefellsnes Peninsula from Cruise Terminal

5 hours

Join a small group shore excursion from Grundarfjordur Port and explore the landscapes of the Snaefellsnes Peninsula often call

from 25.340 ISKView tour →

3 tours near West Iceland

Data & sources

Everything on this page comes from the sources below. Live feeds refresh automatically.

Wikimedia CommonsHero & gallery photography · Diego Delso · Wikimedia Commons · CC BY-SA 4.0
VegagerðinVisitor access & practical facts
VegagerðinLive road status & cameras · Icelandic Road Administration
Open-MeteoWeather forecast · CC BY 4.0
NOAA SWPCAurora (planetary Kp) forecast · public domain
OpenStreetMapInteractive-map data · ODbL
Esri, Maxar & Earthstar GeographicsSatellite imagery for the 3D terrain render · GIS User Community